Guides7mSail Trim Basics: More Speed and Balance
Sail trim is the art of adjusting sails for the wind. Learn to read telltales, understand the slot effect, and trim for pointing vs reaching in this guide.
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Guides9mDocking in Wind: 5 Techniques Every Boater Needs
Docking is the #1 source of boating anxiety. Learn 5 techniques: spring lines, warping, pivoting, ferry angle, and the emergency kamikaze abort.
Captain Marcus Reedupd
Guides10mBoat Trailer Maintenance: The Complete Annual Checklist
A neglected trailer is the #1 cause of roadside breakdowns. Learn the 12-point annual inspection and 5 pre-trip checks that prevent 90% of failures.
Captain Marcus Reedupd
Reviews6mBoston Whaler 170 Montauk: The Indestructible Center Console
After 200 hours on a 2024 Boston Whaler 170 Montauk, here's our unfiltered take on ride quality, fishability, and whether the premium price is worth it.
Captain Marcus Reedupd
Guides6mHow to Read a NOAA Chart: A Practical Guide for New Boaters
Paper charts aren't dead. Learn the 12 symbols every coastal boater must know, how to interpret depth contours, and why your chartplotter can lie.
Captain Marcus Reedupd
Guides7mVHF Marine Radio Protocol: Complete Calling Guide
A working VHF radio is the single most important safety device aboard. Learn proper hailing, Channels 16/13/22A, Mayday calls, and DSC setup.
Captain Marcus Reedupd
Guides8mChoosing Your First Boat: A Practical Buying Guide for 2025
A 12-question framework for picking the right first boat: bowrider vs center console vs pontoon, new vs used, financing, surveys, and hidden costs.
Captain Marcus Reedupd
Guides7mAnchoring in Wind: Proven Techniques for Boaters
Anchoring is the single most underestimated skill in recreational boating. Learn the 7:1 scope rule, the Bahamian moor, and how to set in 30 knots.
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